Scary season is upon us, and Austin is known to turn up the frights come October. In fact, Austin was named one of the most haunted cities in the US last year.

We've found some of Austin's best Halloween events to head to this year. That is, if you're not a scaredy-cat.

Themed bars

Black Lagoon | Now-Friday, Oct. 31
The famous pop-up has taken over east Austin bar King Bee with its immersive decorations and s-s-s-scary cocktail menu.

The Cavalier | Now-Friday, Oct. 31
Enjoy some lowkey, eerie vibes at this bar serving themed drinks. Plus, there will be a Halloween party and costume contest on the big day.

You'll be able to see Gibson Street Bar's over-the-top decorations from the street. | Photo by Madison Richards Photography

Gibson Street Bar | Now-Sunday, Nov. 2
If you haven't yet experienced this bar — which also turns into a snowy wonderland during the winter holidays — the Twisted Carnival will have you screaming in delight. Expect flickering lights, creepy clowns, walls of skeletons, and great photo ops.

Watch your head — you never know what's looming above at Lefty's Shop of Horrors. | Photo by Julius Shieh

Lefty's Brick Bar | Now-Sunday, Nov. 2
Perfect for the cooler months, this indoor-outdoor patio turns into Lefty's Shop of Horrors during scary season. Check the calendar before you go for pop-ups like tarot card readings, movie screenings, fitness classes, drag shows, and parties.

Lucille Patio Lounge | Now-Friday, Oct. 31
Step into the Upside Down at this Rainey Street haunt, which has transformed into Hawkins, Indiana in honor of "Stranger Things."

Nickel City | Now-Sunday, Nov. 2
The home of the "Flaming Moe" — aka Moe's Tavern — is back for another year of fun for lovers of "The Simpsons."

*Figi here* — this is one of my favorite bars to visit any time of year. | Photo courtesy of Revenge

Revenge | Friday, Oct. 24-Saturday, Nov. 1new
This luxe bar's "Seven Nights of Revenge" cocktail experience will have the space decked out in horror-inspired decor while serving limited-edition themed cocktails for just one week. Get tickets, if you dare.

Sign Bar | Now-Sunday, Nov. 2new
Those brave enough can visit the Fear Fair at this nostalgia-laden east Austin bar, where a haunted maze will keep your heart pounding. The experience will be 21+ after 7 p.m. — the perfect time to get a ghoulish cocktail. Get tickets for the maze.

Wanderlust Wine Co. - Downtown | Now-Friday, Nov. 7
Your drink is the experiment at this interactive pop-up bar + experience inside Frankenstein’s Mad Scientist Cocktail Lab. Get tickets.

Family-friendly

Fans of the 30-year-old movie will be able to see the characters in a never-before-seen way. | Photo courtesy of "The Nightmare Before Christmas" Trail

Haunted houses

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